Focus Antitrust - 15 May 2019

IN THE NEWS

CMA accepts director disqualification undertakings in design, construction and fit-out services cartel case

The CMA has accepted director disqualification undertakings in the design, construction and fit-out services cartel case. The undertakings follow the CMA's findings that a number of companies infringed Chapter I of the Competition Act 1998 by engaging in a form of collusive tendering. Click here.

European Commission opens phase 2 investigation into Telia Company's proposed acquisition of Bonnier Broadcasting

The European Commission has opened an in-depth phase 2 merger investigation to assess the proposed acquisition of Bonnier Broadcasting by Telia Company. The Commission is concerned that the merged entity may be able to exclude competitors from the audio-visual sector in Finland and Sweden. Click here.